Last updated on July 1, 2025
Book Review by Lorilyn Roberts
The Gopher and the Erstwhile Wizard is a delightful story I highly recommend for ages 5 to 14.
My children are past this age now, but I wish they were young enough that I could read it to them. And yes, I read to my daughters into their teens—family togetherness at its best. This book is also a wonderful story for readers of all ages who love allegories and enjoy Narnia-type books with talking animals and unusual creatures.
I worried about the gopher relentlessly, who always seemed to go from bad to worse in his life journey. Rest assured, the ending is full of redemption and fulfillment in a way you do not expect.
If you are a Christian, you will see a lot of subtle symbolism. The story will resonate with you if you are not a Christian because Rallios is a great storyteller. The Gopher & the Erstwhile Wizard is well-written, has characters you will love, and has a classical feel. I hope readers will pick up The Gopher and the Erstwhile Wizard and add it to their Kindle library. Don’t miss out on this one!
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